Front three-quarters view

Exercise while you travel, or relax with electric power. The ‘cyclev’ vehicle from WeatherVelo is a new design of human-electric hybrid that’s faster and more powerful than an e-bike, yet safer than any two-wheeler; inherently stable with four wheels, a comfortable seat featuring whiplash protection and three-point safety belt.

The vehicle is being developed in Britain by a team with decades of experience between them, covering both human-power and automotive: R&D, engineering for manufacture, transnational regulations and above all on-road use of alternative transport. Partners include specialists from the Netherlands, Germany and Slovakia.

Rear three-quarters view
Top view

Lightweight and practical, ‘cyclev’ bridges the gap between bicycles and electric cars. It offers you efficient personal transport in towns, cities and suburbs. The bodywork ensures good road presence in traffic (150cm roof height) and protection from most weather, but allows plenty of ventilation to prevent rider overheating in summer or windscreen fogging on damp days. Optional half-doors complete the package.

Pedals and motor are complementary yet independent, so you can build as much exercise into your daily commute or errands as you like – no need to drive a car to the gym! Finding a compatible charge point is not a concern, the briefcase-size battery pack simply lifts out for convenient charging from any standard power socket.

Side view with rider
View into bonnet space

Designed for low environmental impact, this ultralight vehicle uses a fraction of the energy or resources required to manufacture and propel an electric car. A tight turning circle and compact dimensions make manouevring or parking easy. Load space exceeds 100 litres, split between front and rear compartments.

The WeatherVelo vehicle is legally classified as a moped (light motorcycle) in the UK and EU, so you can keep pace with urban traffic by cruising at 45km/h (28mph) – this is almost twice the speed allowed for e-bikes known as EAPCs, EPACs or ‘pedelecs’. With several times the motor power of a pedelec, acceleration and hill climbing ability are also greatly improved; yet the vehicle remains light enough for a meaningful contribution from human power.

Side-view with half-door
Rear view

Ultralight vehicles often suffer from harsh ride quality, so a unique suspension system has been carefully engineered to provide comfort for the rider whilst minimising body roll.


Update, March 2024
Prototype development continues, please see photos and videos. Renderings on this page show the pre-production vehicle, so certain details may change. Other body colours will be available. Unlike a concept vehicle, the WeatherVelo is designed for economical manufacture and practical daily use. Pricing (retail, subscription, etc.) will be announced nearer production, when full costings are known.


To learn more about the design and engineering of velomobiles (human powered vehicles) see www.VelomobileSeminars.online.

If you live in Europe, check out the European Human Powered Vehicle Association for national clubs in your country and free magazines to download.